RN Post Anesthesia Care Unit - Kings Hwy

RN - PACU - Kings Hwy at Ochsner LSU Health

This job acts as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. It effectively delegates, directs, and assists licensed and ancillary team members, assumes accountability for quality patient outcomes, exhibits sensitivity to cultural, ethnic and religious diversity in all interactions, and maintains involvement in activities aimed toward the achievement of unit and department strategic goals and objectives.

Demonstrates professional responsibility and accountability for one's own practice while supporting the company's philosophy of nursing.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skill and/or ability needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. It is not a comprehensive listing and may be subject to change at the company's discretion.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Required:
  
  None.

• Current registered nurse (RN) license in state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Preferred:
  Certification in Clinical Specialty Area.

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family, and other groups or disciplines.
• Communicates, delegates, and manages nursing team resources (human and fiscal) while serving as a leader and partner on the interdisciplinary team.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction, employee morale and professional development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, patient introduction, communication style, and procedural explanations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct and concerns related to patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and other compliance issues.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The demands described are representative of those required for successful performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Heavy Work – Exerting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly to move objects. Physical demands exceed those of sedentary work. Duties perform routine exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area, directly with patients, and may handle specimens containing communicable diseases, posing an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be…